… in which the upcoming “Friends of JJ’s Benefit” is the focus of the second half of the show, with two of the driving forces behind the event, Jim Ligon and Sondra Freeman, talk about what’s been involved in putting on what is sure to be an amazing outpouring of love and generosity from the [...]

… in which Chris Haghirian and Michael Byars share some holiday music selections which are both traditional and notsomuch.  Here’s to getting your halls decked, your bells jingled, and your toes mistled! show29 Michael Jackson – intro (slightly altered – so subtle you probably won’t notice) 11 Acorn Lane – Jingle Bells The Jackson 5ive – [...]

… in which we see if Michael can survive without his notes (just barely), we see if Chris can expand his section from two songs to three (absolutely), and we hear new sounds ranging from edgy and industrial to poppy and hooky.  You’ll get your usual dose of concert preview information, and a little taste [...]

… in which we hear sneak previews of two albums that will be in many of our libraries eventually, a blending of classical and bluegrass sounds into a very tasty fusion, and another collaborative effort between legendary creators of ambient and Australian pop music.  Also, Chris Haghirian of Ink Magazine gives us updated concert info, [...]